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Aston Martin DB9

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 5,935 cc

V12 HTRMOT history

V12 HTR is a black petrol Aston Martin DB9 first used on 27 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 78,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

V12 HTR black Aston Martin DB9 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Aston Martin DB9, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,008 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 HTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB9
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,935 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 HTR was last recorded at 78,008 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 2,777 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,231 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,777 miles
Average per year
3,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,008 miles
  • 2025 – 75,231 miles
  • 2024 – 72,979 miles
  • 2023 – 71,620 miles
  • 2021 – 68,477 miles
  • 2020 – 63,638 miles
  • 2019 – 58,857 miles
  • 2018 – 54,038 miles
  • 2017 – 47,250 miles
  • 2016 – 44,588 miles
  • 2015 – 41,925 miles
  • 2014 – 40,356 miles
  • 2013 – 39,359 miles
  • 2011 – 38,334 miles
  • 2010 – 33,028 miles
  • 2009 – 22,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,008 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamps broken (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,008 miles (+2,777)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    702148188797
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamps broken (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass75,231 miles (+2,252)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    75,231 miles
    Test number
    466518161613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass72,979 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,979 miles
    Test number
    233203488311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,620 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,620 miles
    Test number
    474737609320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,477 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    661175410850
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  6. Fail68,477 miles (+4,839)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    578800701855
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Pass63,638 miles (+4,781)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    63,638 miles
    Test number
    484331719921
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35/R19, Worn and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

  8. Pass58,857 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,857 miles
    Test number
    354353180949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail58,855 miles (+4,817)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,855 miles
    Test number
    500757096113
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass54,038 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    178541916178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail54,038 miles (+6,788)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    833301664613
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass47,250 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    47,250 miles
    Test number
    778826886488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,588 miles (+2,663)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,588 miles
    Test number
    141712326085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,925 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,925 miles
    Test number
    609424185131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in offside front tyre sidewall

  15. Fail41,925 miles (+1,569)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,925 miles
    Test number
    255687775471
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in offside front tyre sidewall

  16. Pass40,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,356 miles
    Test number
    138807174148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail40,356 miles (+997)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,356 miles
    Test number
    668894074165
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass39,359 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,359 miles
    Test number
    109411323192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,334 miles (+5,306)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,334 miles
    Test number
    787175091072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,028 miles (+10,249)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,028 miles
    Test number
    602415280040
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn outer edge

  21. Pass22,779 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,779 miles
    Test number
    322722089083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V12 HTR

Does V12 HTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 HTR is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 HTR?
The MOT on V12 HTR is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 HTR done?
V12 HTR was recorded at 78,008 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 3,245 miles a year.
Has V12 HTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 HTR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on V12 HTR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V12 HTR find?
V12 HTR passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake cable damaged but not to excess, and 3 more.

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